1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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1999 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11:01:00 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |